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What Causes Dizziness, Fatigue And Shortness Of Breath When Diagnosed With A Sinus Infection?
Question: Hi, I started sneezing about a month ago. I had nasal congestion. Eventually that went away but I have been coughing for near a month. The doctor at my university thinks it is a sinus infection. I have been having light headedness, fatigued, and most scary are the chest pains. It feels like my heart is pumping hard all the time and I have been having shortness of breath. I'm pretty scared at this point. Is this normal for a sinus infection?
Brief Answer:
Symptoms suggestive of chronic Sinusitis
Detailed Answer:
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Dear Ms
Going by description of your symptoms its very much likely to be Chronic sinusitis. The symptoms can last longer , if there is associated anatomical abnormality of nose like deviated nasal symptom, associated allergy or persistent infection.
Apart from medical I would also advise no pharmacological measures which will be helpful
1. Steam Inhalation preferably by electronic steamer will be helpful , done 10 minutes each session thrice a day
2. Oral Intake of Vitamin C rich fruits like citrus fruits
Do get back to me if you need any further assistance ,w ill be glad to assist you
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr Shobha Deepak
Symptoms suggestive of chronic Sinusitis
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
Greetings of the day
Dear Ms
Going by description of your symptoms its very much likely to be Chronic sinusitis. The symptoms can last longer , if there is associated anatomical abnormality of nose like deviated nasal symptom, associated allergy or persistent infection.
Apart from medical I would also advise no pharmacological measures which will be helpful
1. Steam Inhalation preferably by electronic steamer will be helpful , done 10 minutes each session thrice a day
2. Oral Intake of Vitamin C rich fruits like citrus fruits
Do get back to me if you need any further assistance ,w ill be glad to assist you
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr Shobha Deepak
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